Computer
Technology forms the technological infrastructure of modern commerce. It's the driving force of every industry and
permeates everyday life. The ability to
combine the power of computing with the management of multimedia information is
arguable the key to obtaining ascendancy in any field.

Computer Technology
is an ever-evolving, expanding field. The proposed Computer Technology Program will provide students with the
background, knowledge and skills they'll need to adapt to the dynamic nature of
the marketplace. Program faculty will
consist of traditional academics as well as industry professionals in order to
provide curricular content that is on the cutting edge of industry trends.

The BACT degree
provides a high quality degree program in computer technology that will prepare
students for lifelong learning as they pursue professional careers in computer
technology and leadership roles in the society in which they serve. It provides our students with a strong
foundational base, state-of-the art techniques, methodologies, and tools to
specify, design and develop technology-based solutions to complex system problems. This program prepares our students to
communicate well, both orally and in wiring, on moral and ethical development,
in knowledge of the liberal arts, and on commitment to services to others. CT provides opportunities for students to
contribute to the body of knowledge that serves the profession, by engaging in
activities which support their interests and are in agreement with the goals
and objectives of the College, and the university.

Features

The University's
location in the
South
Bay area of greater
Los Angeles provides direct access to many
major government contractors, manufacturers, and international centers of
commerce and finance. This provides excellent opportunities for work-study and
early job placement.

Our highly qualified
full-time faculty are supplemented by talented and
dedicated part-time faculty drawn from local firms and schools. Good teaching
and easy on-campus access to professional quality computing systems enhances a
degree program that provides both a solid core curriculum and a broad range of
electives.

All courses are
offered alternatively day and evening so that students may complete their
programs by enrolling at either time exclusively.

Graduation with Honors

An undergraduate
student may be a candidate for graduation with Honors in Computer Technology
provided he or she meets the following criteria:

A minimum of 36 units in residence at CSU Dominguez Hills at least
24 of which taken in Computer Technology major;

A minimum GPA of 3.5 in all upper division courses in the Computer
Technology major completed in residence at CSUDH;

Recommendation by Computer Technology faculty.

Students who achieve
Honors in Computer Technology will have the information recorded on their
transcripts and diplomas.

Academic Advisement

Faculty guidance
in the development of career goals and program planning to achieve those goals
is available to all majors.

Preparation

Students entering
the computer technology program should have completed high school mathematics
through trigonometry. Remediation is available but will delay the student's
progress towards a Computer Technology Degree.

This is a program
that places a premium on the student's initiative and effort.

Career Possibilities

Bachelor of Arts
in Computer Technology is a comprehensive program that will consist of the
following tracks: General Track,
Homeland Security and Professional. This program is intended
to provide students with the technology based skills set required immediately
after degree completion to enter the workforce within the following areas
related to computer technology: Manufacturing, Repair, trouble shooting, Lab technician, Public Service,
Government Agencies, Consultants, Software Version Control, Domain Expert
Technician, and other computer/software technology related fields. Feedbacks from members of our Industry Advisory Board indicate the need for
professionals with the balance of practical and theoretical knowledge that
extends beyond conventional information technology curricula.

Student Organizations

Student Chapter of
the Association for Computing Machinery. Contact departmental office for
membership information, or visit ACM's home page at http://csc.csudh.edu/.

Bachelor of Arts in Computer
Technology

Total Course
Requirements for the Bachelor's Degree

See the
"Requirements for the Bachelor's Degree" in the University Catalog for complete
details on general degree requirements. A minimum of 40 units, including those
required for the major, must be upper division.

Elective Requirements

Completion of
elective courses (beyond the requirements listed below) to reach a total of a
minimum of 120.

General Education
Requirements (55-62 units)

See the "General
Education" requirements in the University Catalog or the Class Schedule for the
most current information on General Education requirements and course
offerings.

Graduation Writing
Assessment Requirement

See the "Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement" in the University
Catalog.

Minor Requirements

Single field
major, no minor required.

Major Requirements
(62-65 units)

Students entering
the Computer Technology program must complete the following.

Earn an overall grade point average of 2.0 or better in courses
taken outside of the department.

Earn a grade of "C" or better in each course taken within the
department.

Students must take capstone course CTC 492 at CSUDH.

The following
courses, or their approved transfer equivalents, are required of all candidates
for this degree.

c. Concentration courses-
with the consultation of computer science department

Minor in Computer Technology (21 units)

A.
Lower Division Requirements (9 units)

CSC 111. Introduction to Computers and Basic Programming (3)

CSC 116.

CSC 255.

B.
Upper Division Requirements (12 units)

1. Required Courses (6 units):

CSC 301. Computers and Society (3)

CTC 310. Software Project Management (3)

2. Select two courses from the following (6 units):

CTC 316. O/S and Networking Support (3)

CTC 328. PC Forensic (3)

CTC 362. Communication Systems Security (3)

CTC 428. OS Security (3)

CTC 452. Network Security and Hacking Prevention (3)

Course Offerings

Course syllabi and
outlines may be found on departmental Web home pages at http://csc/csudh/edu.

The credit value for
each course in semester units is indicated for each term by a number in
parentheses following the title. For
course availability, please see the list of tentative course offerings in the
current Class Schedule.

If prerequisites are
required, then they need to be passed with a grade of "C" or better.

Lower Division

CTC 218 Digital Logic Design (3).

This course
provides students with a basic understanding of digital devise and circuit
fundamentals. The students should be
able to analyze and design both combinational and sequential circuits after
completing this course.

CTC 228 Introductions to Operating Systems and
Network (4).

Prerequisite: CSC
116.

This course
acquaints students with basic networking concepts such as TCP/IP, local/wide
area networking as well as emerging industry topics such as Radio Frequency
Identification (RFID), Global Information Systems (GIS), Networked Attached
Storage (NAS), and WiMAX.

This course
presents methods to properly conduct a computer forensics investigation,
beginning with a discussion of ethics while mapping to the objectives of the
international Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS)
certification.

CTC 362 Communication Systems Security (3).

Prerequisite: CSC
116.

This course
provides the foundation for understanding the key issues associated with
protecting information assets, determining the levels of protection and
response to security incidents, and designing a consistent, reasonable
information security system, with appropriate intrusion detection and reporting
features.

CTC 395 Selected Topics in Computer Technology
(3).

Prerequisite:
Consent of Instructor.

Content varies.
New topics in computer technology not covered by current course offerings. May
be used for elective credit in departmental programs. Subject to approval.

CTC 399 IT Practicum
(3).

Prerequisite:
Consent of Instructor.

This technology
internship program allows students to gain "hands on" experience in a
technology environment by spending one semester as an intern in the Information
Technology Services at CSUDH. The Internship program provides students with the
opportunity to gain technical experience related to their studies, and to become
prepared for future career opportunities.

CTC 428 OS Security (3).

Prerequisite: CSC
116.

This course takes
an in depth look at operating system security concepts and techniques. It examines theoretical concepts that make
the world of security unique. Also, this
course will adopt a practical hands-on approach when examining operating system
security techniques.

CTC 452 Network Security and Hacking
Prevention (3).

Prerequisite: CTC
428.

This course takes
an in depth look at network defense concepts and techniques. It examines theoretical concepts that make
the world of networking unique. This
course also adopts practical hands-on approaches when examining network defense
techniques and different network defense strategies.

CTC 492 Senior Project (3).

Prerequisites:
CTC 428 and Senior Standing or Consent of Instructor.

Intensive study
under the guidance of a member of the Computer Science Department to complete a
project from start to end. Students will
study system design and total project planning and management. A formal written report and oral presentation
will be required.

CTC 495 Selected Topics in Computer Technology
(3).

Prerequisite:
Consent of Instructor.

Content varies.
Advanced topics in computer technology not covered by current course offerings.
May be used for elective credit in departmental programs. Subject to approval.